A Career at HARMAN
As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.
About the Role
This position is responsible for providing Finance support to the Professional Division and will be part of the Global Operations Finance Team. The key areas of focus will be business partnering, controllership, financial planning, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting for the Global Customer Service, Supply Chain & SIOP functions. This will also support consolidation and reporting of the Global Sourcing Team that includes Manufacturing Quality and Engineering, Sourcing and Production plants. This position is also responsible for completing management reports and financial models, process improvement initiatives, and developing recommendations for change. In addition, Month-End accounting close that includes some journal entry review and variance analysis.
The Team
This position will report into the Finance Manager, Controlling / FP&A and will have no direct reports.
What You Will Do
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Controllership of the Operations functions, ensuring compliance, and development of control.
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Analyze and evaluate the company’s operating results and financial position.
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Help develop and manage Operations, Supply Chain and Customer Service budgets and forecasts.
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Collaborate with Operations team on inventory reporting and KPIs.
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Perform month-end close activities including consolidation of financial results, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
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Ability to interface with management and work cross functionally with the Business Unit's regions and manufacturing plants, Corporate, external partners, and Global Controlling.
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Coordinate and communicate regularly with the India and Hungary accounting teams.
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Perform ad hoc projects as needed.
What You Need
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business or a related field or equivalent work experience preferred
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2 years of working experience in a finance role preferred within a dynamic and fast changing multinational corporation
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General knowledge of budgeting, cash management and financial analysis processes
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Knowledge of SAP and Business Intelligence reporting systems
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Outstanding communicator (oral and written) and creative thinker, with an ability to use both data, input, and intuition to inform decisions.
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Strong work ethic along with analytical and organizational skills
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Ability to think independently and function well in a team environment
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Ability to work effectively within a matrix environment
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Ability to adapt to changing work priorities without loss of accuracy or time
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Experience in Microsoft Office software required, including high proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
What is Nice to Have
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Experience in a Finance, Accounting, or Supply Chain/Operations role
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Curious, analytical, and willing to lead, capable of handling multiples projects / initiatives simultaneously and executing to completion
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Ability to work independently as well as with others in a cross-functional nature across the organization
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Experience with SAP and BPC
What Makes You Eligible
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Be willing to travel up to 10% domestic and international travel
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This role is eligible to work remotely with weekly trips into the Northridge, CA office as scheduled or requested (this could be on 24-hour notice).
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Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
What We Offer
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The standard base salary range for this position is $81,000 - $99,000 + applicable bonus.
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Flexible work environment, allowing for remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
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Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
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Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
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Competitive wellness benefits
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,disability or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. (
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